School Kitchen Assistant: Prep, Serve & Cater

Capitol Region Education Council; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Capitol Region Education Council in Hartford area is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for UHMS to support daily breakfast and lunch service at the University of Hartford Magnet School. Under supervision, you will assist in food preparation, serving and cleanup, with flexible daily assignments.

The role requires a high school diploma and prior food service experience; lifting heavy items; and ability to work with a team. Training in handling food safely is expected and punctuality is important.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and prior food service experience required.
• Ability to lift and move heavy boxes and materials.
• Experience in quantity food production or commercial kitchen settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of meals for breakfast and lunch service.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Serve meals to students and adults and assist with catering as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, equipment, and work areas.
• Record production and service activities as required.

Skills

Food service operations

Customer service

Team coordination

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Ovens

Toasters

Slicing machines

Cash registers

Job description

Capitol Region Education Council in Hartford area is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for UHMS to support daily breakfast and lunch service at the University of Hartford Magnet School. Under supervision, you will assist in food preparation, serving and cleanup, with flexible daily assignments.

The role requires a high school diploma and prior food service experience; lifting heavy items; and ability to work with a team. Training in handling food safely is expected and punctuality is important.